Dr. Khalid Azzam, M.D.
Contact & Location
Saint Paul, MN 55130
Dr. Khalid Azzam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Paul, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Azzam has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#106 in Minnesota) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Azzam performs below average in knee (17 vs 30 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Azzam's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Saint Paul is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Paul area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Azzam's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2015. Volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2018 before settling at 29 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Azzam's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Azzam Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Azzam's recorded volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2018 and stood at 29 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Azzam
How does Dr. Azzam's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Azzam has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Azzam ranks #107 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Azzam perform?
Dr. Azzam's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Azzam in Saint Paul?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Azzam represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Azzam's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Azzam's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Azzam's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 57 procedures in 2018 and was 29 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Azzam perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Azzam's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Azzam affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Azzam is affiliated with Regions Hospital.
How does Dr. Azzam compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul, Dr. Azzam ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Saint Paul has 76 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Azzam practices?
Regions Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Dr. Azzam's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Saint Paul average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Paul.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Anderson | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Der-Chen Huang | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lucas Harvey | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Marston | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Myeroff | 31 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Daly | 25 | Knee |
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